Psalms 57

In You My Soul Takes Refuge

(1 Samuel 22:1–5; Psalm 108:1–13; Psalm 142:1–7)

For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Do Not Destroy.” A Miktam of David, when he fled from Saul into the cave.

1Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy, for in You my soul takes refuge. In the shadow of Your wings I will take shelter until the danger has passed.

2I cry out to God Most High, to God who fulfills His purpose for me. ¹

3He reaches down from heaven and saves me; He rebukes those who trample me. Selah God sends forth His loving devotion and His truth.

4My soul is among the lions; I lie down with ravenous beasts—with men whose teeth are spears and arrows, whose tongues are sharp swords.

5Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.

6They spread a net for my feet; my soul was despondent. They dug a pit before me, but they themselves have fallen into it! Selah

7My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast. I will sing and make music.

8Awake, my glory! Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn. ²

9I will praise You, O Lord, among the nations; I will sing Your praises among the peoples.

10For Your loving devotion reaches to the heavens, and Your faithfulness to the clouds.

11Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.